Apple TV+ poaches streaming video expert from Netflix

Apple nabbed a Netflix high-level engineer with years of experience. Photo: Apple

Ruslan Meshenberg made the jump to Apple TV+ after leaving Netflix, a top rival of Apple’s new streaming service. As the former VP of Productivity Engineering, he brings years of experience to a platform that’s still getting off the ground.

While a Netflix VP, Meshenberg was resposible for implementing tools needed to ensure fast and consistent video streaming for customers. He’s expected to do the same for his new employer.

His LinkedIn profile lists him as an Engineering Leader at Apple, but doesn’t yet include any details. He started this month.

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